Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury agree to historic Dublin fight in 2026
British heavyweight rivals Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury have reportedly agreed to a long-awaited generational showdown in Dublin during the autumn of 2026.
The monumental all-British bout has eluded boxing fans for years amid repeated failed negotiations.
However, Wasserman promoter Kalle Sauerland claims the elusive deal has finally been secured.
Speaking ahead of the weigh-in for Derek Chisora’s upcoming clash with Deontay Wilder, the boxing executive revealed the highly anticipated matchup is imminent.
“AJ-Fury, I’ve heard it’s done for Dublin later this year, so I think that will get announced pretty soon.”
While Sauerland referenced an autumn date later this year in his original remarks, the historic clash is officially targeted for the 2026 calendar.
Overcoming recent adversity
The breakthrough provides a major boost for the 36-year-old Olympic gold medallist following a devastating car accident in Nigeria last December.
The former two-time unified world champion suffered injuries in the tragic crash, which also sadly claimed the lives of two teammates.
Since recovering, the Watford-born fighter has returned to rigorous training alongside former rival Oleksandr Usyk in Ukraine.
Meanwhile, the self-styled Gypsy King is currently preparing to end his fifth retirement from the sport.
Path to the super-fight
The 37-year-old undefeated heavyweight is scheduled to face Arslanbek Makhmudov on 11 April at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
Matchroom boss Eddie Hearn previously hinted at a summer return for his marquee athlete, potentially serving as a precursor to the Dublin spectacle.
Sauerland remains incredibly confident the mega-fight is locked in, despite briefly questioning whether he had prematurely leaked the confidential information.
“Fury-AJ, done for apparently autumn in Dublin, fantastic. That’s what I’ve heard, word on the street.”
The impending official announcement could ultimately signal the final chapter for Britain’s defining heavyweight boxing era.
